SW 701 - Asset- Based Community Development And Assessment

Institution:

University of Kentucky

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Description:

This course is one of two assessment and intervention courses in the Family and Community Practice Concentration. The course examines the community context of social work practice with an emphasis on organizations, neighborhoods, communities, and larger social systems that influence quality of life. Models of community practice are presented to assess and intervene in social problems and acts of social injustice that constrain opportunities and limit access to resources for individuals and families. Particular attention is given to the concept of asset-based development for building community capacity and empowering individuals and groups. Prereq: SW 722, SW 731, and completion of foundation courses or advanced standing.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.uky.edu

Phone Number:

(859) 257-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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